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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in blended learning have enabled students all around the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Reunion to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this developing need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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